Salem School District 111

The Salem School District 111 in Illinois consists of two schools: Franklin Park Middle School and Hawthorn Elementary School. Based on the available data, Franklin Park Middle School stands out as the high-performing school in the district, consistently ranking among the top middle schools in Illinois and outperforming state and district averages in English Language Arts, math, and science proficiency.

While both schools have significant percentages of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, Franklin Park Middle School's academic achievements are particularly noteworthy. In the 2023-2024 school year, 81.6% of 6th-grade students at Franklin Park Middle School were proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 46.7% statewide. The school's math and science proficiency rates also exceed district and state averages. In contrast, Hawthorn Elementary School's performance, particularly in English Language Arts, lags behind the district and state.

Both schools face challenges with higher-than-average chronic absenteeism rates, which could be an area of focus for the district. Additionally, the disparity in English Language Arts proficiency between the elementary and middle school levels suggests a potential need to address the transition from Hawthorn Elementary to Franklin Park Middle School. Overall, the data highlights Franklin Park Middle School as a standout performer in the Salem School District 111, while also identifying opportunities for improvement across the district.